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CEDAR CITY, UT, UT★ 4.6 (409 reviews)From $23/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Pine Valley Recreation Area is situated in a beautiful valley surrounded by the Pine Valley Mountains. There are several campgrounds with sites for single families, large groups, motorhomes, and horses. At an elevation of 6,900 feet the valley offers a great escape from the heat of the Southern Utah desert.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV125 ft
Hookups1 electric sites
ADA sites64 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ FACILITY CURRENTLY CLOSED due to wildfire — check Recreation.gov or Dixie National Forest webpage before planning
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
federal campground with high demand
Fishing reservoir is stocked; bring gear for guaranteed catches
Located only 30 minutes from St. George for easy access
Best: May-October
Official operating season. Summer provides respite from St. George heat; fall offers foliage viewing at lower elevations.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Great Basin Rattlesnake present in area. Also: Coyote, Mule Deer, North American Porcupine, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Western Bluebird, Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay, Mountain Chickadee, House Wren, Utah Mountain Kingsnake, Western Banded Gecko.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
801-226-3564· Dixie National Forest
Getting there →
From St. George, Utah, go north on Highway 18 to Central. Take a right on Forest Highway 35 towards Pine Valley. Take a left on Main Street and go 3 miles to the recreation area.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Dixie National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Dixie National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Pine Valley Recreation Area cost per night?+
Pine Valley Recreation Area costs $23–$195 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Pine Valley Recreation Area open?+
Pine Valley Recreation Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Pine Valley Recreation Area have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Pine Valley Recreation Area?+
Pine Valley Recreation Area can accommodate RVs up to 125 feet.
How do I make reservations at Pine Valley Recreation Area?+
Pine Valley Recreation Area is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Pine Valley Recreation Area?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pine Valley Recreation Area is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Pine Valley Recreation Area open, and what are check-in times?+
Pine Valley Recreation Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$23 /night★ 4.6 (409)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
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